Whatever hearty fall eating means to you, we probably have something to help you out this week. From a fragrant cut of cauliflower steak, to cheesy scalloped potatoes with cheddar and onion, and carrot and sweet potato soup to fiery sautéed kale, there are satisfying meals in our roundup of new recipes this week.

We have a sweet (but not too sweet) carrot cake, and make-ahead empanadas to liven up your lunch routine. There's lemon quinoa with flash-quick shrimp in sauce, and a classic Scotch cocktail.